Sense and Sensibility (version 3)

Sense and Sensibility, Jane Austen's first published novel, focuses on the lives and loves of two sisters, Elinor and Marianne Dashwood. The sensible Elinor and the sensitive Marianne both fall for men whose affections are otherwise engaged. The novel includes a wonderful cast of colorful supporting characters, as well as Austen's trademark dry wit and ironic narration. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett) (10 hr 52 min)

Reviews

Sense and Sensibility

(5 stars)

Ann

I never tire of listening to Ms. Klett as she grasps and relays the tone, virtue and nature of the characters of this book and others. Her choice of Librivox books and her gift of reading are both timeless and fulfilling.

The cult of sensibility examined

(4 stars)

JD

Beautifully read, Austen's first novel is less even in its appeal than her later work but nonetheless an interesting and often sparkling tale. Austen's tone in the early part is more severe and a bit off-putting, so I enjoyed the novel more as it progressed and developed the nuance familiar in her subsequent writing. Overall, however, it's a fascinating insight into how the cult of sensibility was gripping society at the time.

Great Reader & Great Novel

(5 stars)

Rahrah

Although the story starts out at a rather slow pace it becomes addictive after the first few chapters. I found myself truly struggling to keep going at first, but I am so happy I pushed forward because it only got drastically better. So stick with it!! The reader, Elizabeth Klett, is amazing and reads the novel with both emotion and eloquence. I have listened to her read a few books now and love how she reads. Definitely look her up! Overall, if you have enjoyed other Jane Austen novels, you will certainly enjoy Sense and Sensibility.

Brilliant and entertaining classic!

(5 stars)

Mariah

Jane Austen is as witty as ever! The characters are so realistic and relevant even to today's crowd. No matter what time you live in, human nature is the same at its core. Elizabeth Klett does such an excellent job narrating, as she does with every book, you can distinguish every character from each other.

well done and consistent reading

(5 stars)

grateful listener

Well done. No over-the-top voices or animation. Just well-paced, clear characterization. Elizabeth Klett is an excellent reader with a steady pace and clear diction. No technical flaws such as volume changes mar this reading and there are no mouth noises or breath noises to distract. Well done Ms. Klett and thank you.

Flawlessly Naraated

(4 stars)

Reshma

The story is a bit slow in the beginning but as the plot develops, it is sure to grab your attention for good.
Elizabeth Klett has done a fantastic narration with her spirited voices and accents for every character making it a wonderful read. No one does it better than Ms. Klett.

one of my favorite readers

(4 stars)

Ms. Elizabeth

2018 - I don't know how I missed listening to this before. There's so much more info than the mini-series. I will treasure them both. This means a lot since I normally do not care for romance novels. I do appreciate Ms. Austen novels.

excellent reading of a classic

(5 stars)

DarthLaurel

Thanks for the excellent reading. This story should be read by every 9th grade girl. Maybe it would reduce by a bit some of the psychotic episodes of emotionalism, self-deception, narcissism, and drama that age is prone to.